Erik the Red: Saga and Settlement

This chapter examines the historical sources and sagas surrounding Erik the Red, evaluating their reliability and blending of fact with fiction. It follows Erik's journey from Norway to Iceland and ultimately to the exploration and settlement of Greenland, highlighting the socio-political context of the Viking age and the traits essential for exploration.

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